Some say, that it is Artificial Intelligence that will cause the next Big Bang, vanquishing the entire human race. Another pose is that technology has resulted in our mind losing its power to think. Well, let’s ask ourselves a question-“What defines a human?”
A human is defined through various characteristics, out of which the principle ones include emotional interaction and social well-being. Technology’s aim was never to transfigure the way humans think or perceive their surroundings. It slightly altered our emotions to a more positive outlook. A mobile phone is nothing but a simple way to contact our kith and kin living away from us. A social media app is nothing but a path to bliss through socialization with the world. The feature of face-time is the new cure to depression and anxiety.
The truth is that technological superiority can never surrogate humans because it is us humans only, who put forward these advancements.
Machinery and computers have only amended our lifestyle for the better. Let’s take television as an example. Would we ever have known about starving kids in Africa, had it not been for the television. But now that we do, we are compassionate towards them and are funding their nutrition. Technology can be used not just for interaction, but for improving our day-to-day lives. Fitness recorders encourage us to get up and engage in physical exercises, and still, we hear about indolence due to technology. A simple web search can help us transform our diet and thus become more productive.
Thus the role that technology has played so far was for the betterment of humanity, and the persistence of humanity.
The term ‘organic’ was first coined by Northbourne, in 1940, in his book entitled ‘Look to the Land’. In recent years, organic farming as a cultivation process is gaining increasing popularity . Organically grown foods have become one of the best choices for both consumers and farmers. Organically grown foods are part of go green lifestyle.
Farmers showing their Organic Harvest
Why Being Preferred These Days: The Importance of Organic Farming
Food quality and safety are two vital factors that have attained constant attention in common people. Growing environmental awareness and several food hazards (e.g. dioxins, bovine spongiform encephalopathy, and bacterial contamination) have substantially decreased the consumer’s trust towards food quality in the last decades. Intensive conventional farming can add contamination to the food chain. For these reasons, consumers are quested for safer and better foods that are produced through more ecologically and authentically by local systems. Organically grown food and food products are believed to meet these demands.
Organic Farming Processes
Organic Farming Process
Organic farming and food processing practices are wide-ranging and necessitate the development of socially, ecologically, and economically sustainable food production system. The International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) has suggested the basic four principles of organic farming, i.e. the principle of health, ecology, fairness, and care . The main principles and practices of organic food production are to inspire and enhance biological cycles in the farming system, keep and enhance deep-rooted soil fertility, reduce all types of pollution, evade the application of pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, conserve genetic diversity in food, consider the vast socio-ecological impact of food production, and produce high-quality food in sufficient quantity.
Principles of Organic Farming
According to the National Organic Programme implemented by USDA Organic Food Production Act (OFPA, 1990), agriculture needs specific prerequisites for both crop cultivation and animal husbandry. To be acceptable as organic, crops should be cultivated in lands without any synthetic pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and herbicides for 3 years before harvesting with enough buffer zone to lower contamination from the adjacent farms. Genetically engineered products, sewage sludge, and ionizing radiation are strictly prohibited. Fertility and nutrient content of soil are managed primarily by farming practices, with crop rotation, and using cover crops that are boosted with animal and plant waste manures. Pests, diseases, and weeds are mainly controlled with the adaptation of physical and biological control systems without using herbicides and synthetic pesticides. Organic livestock should be reared devoid of scheduled application of growth hormones or antibiotics and they should be provided with enough access to the outdoor. Preventive health practices such as routine vaccination, vitamins and minerals supplementation are also needed.
Principles of Organic Farming
Types of Organic Farming
Organic Farming are of two types. Here are the two types of Organic Farming being performed in India.
(a)Pure Organic Farming – pure organic farming, there is avoiding every unnatural chemical. In the process of pure farming, fertilizer and pesticides obtain from natural sources. It is called a pure form of organic farming. Pure organic farming is the best for high productivity.
(b) Integrated Organic Farming – Integrated organic farming consists of integrated nutrients management and integrated pest management.
Organic Farming in India
Organic farming is in a nascent stage in India. About 2.78 million hectare of farmland was under organic cultivation as of March 2020, according to the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare. This is two per cent of the 140.1 million net sown area in the country. A few states have taken the lead in improving organic farming coverage, as a major part of this area is concentrated only in a handful of states. Madhya Pradesh tops the list with 0.76 million of area under organic cultivation — that is over 27 per cent of India’s total organic cultivation area. The top three states — Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Maharashtra — account for about half the area under organic cultivation. The top 10 states account for about 80 per cent of the total area under organic cultivation. Sikkim is the only Indian state to have become fully organic so far. Even though India has very small organic area under cultivation, in terms of number of organic farmers it is being ranked first. India has over 1.9 million farmers as of March 2020, which is 1.3 per cent of 146 million agricultural landholders.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Organic Farming
Advantages of Organic Farming
Organic farming in India is very economical, it uses no expensive fertilizers, pesticides, HYV seeds for the plantation of crops. It has no expenses.
With the use of cheaper and local inputs, a farmer can earn a good return on investment. This is one of the most important benefits of organic farming in India.
There is a huge demand for organic products in India and worldwide and can earn more income through export.
Organic products are more nutritional, tasty, and good for health to chemical and fertilizer utilized products.
Organic farming in India is very environment friendly, it does not use fertilizers and chemicals.
Disadvantages of Organic Farming
Organic farming in India has fewer choices, and off-season crops are limited.
Organic agricultural products are low in the early years. Farmers find it difficult to accommodate mass production.
The main disadvantage of organic farming is the lack of marketing of the products and Inadequate infrastructure.
Organic Farming in India
Future of Organic Farming in India
India is an agriculture-based country with 67% of its population and 55% of manpower depending on farming and related activities. Agriculture fulfils the basic needs of India’s fastest-growing population accounted for 30% of total income. Organic farming has been found to be an indigenous practice of India that practised in countless rural and farming communities over the millennium. The arrival of modern techniques and increased burden of population led to a propensity towards conventional farming that involves the use of synthetic fertilizer, chemical pesticides, application of genetic modification techniques, etc.
Organic Farming leads to Sustainability and Holistic Growth
Even in developing countries like India, the demand for organically grown produce is more as people are more aware now about the safety and quality of food, and the organic process has a massive influence on soil health, which devoid of chemical pesticides. Organic cultivation has an immense prospect of income generation too. The soil in India is bestowed with various types of naturally available organic nutrient resources that aid in organic farming.
As per data collected from Government of India
Conclusion
India is a country with a concrete traditional farming system, ingenious farmers, extensive drylands, and nominal use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Moreover, adequate rainfall in north-east hilly regions of the country where few negligible chemicals are employed for a long period of time, come to fruition as naturally organic lands. Organic farming yields more nutritious and safe food. The popularity of organic food is growing dramatically as consumer seeks the organic foods that are thought to be healthier and safer. Thus, organic food perhaps ensures food safety from farm to plate. The organic farming process is more eco-friendly than conventional farming. Organic farming keeps soil healthy and maintains environment integrity thereby, promoting the health of consumers. Moreover, the organic produce market is now the fastest growing market all over the world including India. Organic agriculture promotes the health of consumers of a nation, the ecological health of a nation, and the economic growth of a nation by income generation holistically. India, at present, is the world’s largest organic producers and with this vision, we can conclude that encouraging organic farming in India can build a nutritionally, ecologically, and economically healthy nation in near future.
An IP address abbreviation of Internet Protocol address, it is an address that is provided by the Internet Service Provider to the user, it is just like a postal address code that is pin code to find the location or place where to send the message. An IP address is a unique group of number what are separated by the period (.), it varies from 0 to 255, and every device has a separate and unique IP address that is assigned by the specific Internet Service Provider (ISP) to identify which particular device is communicating with them and accessing the internet from there.
If you want to access internet from you device which may be your Android, I phone, Computer the service provider assigned them a particular, unique address that is help them to communicate send, receive information from the right person without any misunderstanding, mistake the message is pass to the authentic person to whom it has to send. This problem is solved by the IP address, in olden days; we have postal address to send the message/letter to the person, the message that has to be sent with the help of the address which may be his house number, city, town, postal code. The sender will write the address on the top of the letter envelope so that it will be delivery to the right person. If the person connected his device to internet provide by the hotel, the hotel‘s Internet Service Provider will assign an IP address to the device.
Types of IP addresses
There are different types of IP based on different categories, types.
Consumer IP addresses
A Consumer IP addresses is the individual IP addresses of a customer who connects his/her device to a public or private network. A consumer connects his device through internet from his Internet Service Provider, or from the Wi-Fi. In these days the Consumer has many electronic gadgets which he connects to his router that transfer the data from the Internet Service Provider.
Private IP addresses
A Private IP addresses are a secure one that is connected Private Network and every devices that is connected to this Private Network is assigned a unique IP address that is assigned by the Internet Service Provider. All Mobile devices, Computer, and Internet of Things that are connected to this private network are assigned a unique string number to the devices.
Public IP addresses
A Public IP addresses is the main address that is related to your network, as stated above that the IP address are assigned by the Internet Service Provider, the Public IP address is also assigned by the Internet Service Provider, The Internet Service Provider has a large amount of IP addresses that are stored and assigned to the customer. The public IP address is the address that devices that are outside the network use to identify the network.
The Public IP addresses are further classified into two types they are:
Dynamic
Static
Dynamic IP addresses
The Dynamic IP address are the IP address that changes very frequently, so the Internet Service Providers purchase a very huge amount of IP addresses , they assign it mechanically to the customer . This frequently changing the IP address helps the customer not to make the security actions. The frequently changing IP address won’t let the hacks to track or pool your data.
Static IP addresses
The Static IP addresses is the contradictory to the Dynamic IP address, it remain fixed. The IP address remains fixed when it is assigned by the Internet Service Provider. The mostly many person and business man don’t choose static because it is risk of getting easily track, but most business which are trying host her own website server choose Static IP address so it will easier for the customer to find them.
The IP address can be protect by 2 ways that are using proxy and the other one is use of Virtual Private Network. A proxy server acts as a intermediary between the internet server and your internet service providers, when you visit any website it will show the proxy IP address not yours.
Where to find IP address is Device?
The IP address set up in every device that is connected to the Internet, but the steps or direction is different in different devices. Some of device direction is given below:
At present, the technology is advancing day by day and so is pollution, global warming and increased demand for fuel. Thus, in order to tackle such issues and to be at par with the modern era, electric vehicles as a means of eco-friendly transport is a better option in future.
Electric vehicles refers to vehicles or transport means that consume electric energy in place of traditional fuels such as diesel, CNG and petrol. Such vehicles include an electric generator to convert fuel to electricity or maybe inbuilt with a solar panel, battery, fuel cells or electricity may be supplied via collector system from off-vehicle sources. The metros are already running with electricity around the world.
The contemporary age in which we all are living has now become an era of technology and this advancement in technology has greatly enhanced our human life. Thus, the use of electric vehicles is necessary in near future. The electric vehicles run from electricity and as a result no smoke is emitted, reducing the pollution, global warming and import of diesel and petrol. It would conserve natural resources like CNG, petrol and diesel that are non-renewable and promote the use of renewable energy. The over use of such fuels are harmful for the environment. It would also fulfill the requirement of growing demand of more means of transport. Electric vehicles are eco-friendly, thus it is good for both human beings and environment. As it is a new form of technology and with the increasing demand of this sector, more employment generation will take place. Electric vehicles will also reduce the nation dependency on petroleum export countries.
The electric vehicles are environment friendly and seemingly cheaper in the long run. Since past decade, many trains including the metros have been running on electricity. Even almost all the trains in the Indian Railways are running on electricity. As a result, the use of electric vehicles are continuously promoted by the government. Today, electric scooters or bikes, electronic rikshaw, electronic cars , etc. are already in the market. Various campaigns have been started by the government to promote the use of electric vehicles. Recently, a campaign named’ Switch Delhi’ was launched by the Delhi Government to promote the same. The Delhi government took this initiative to cut down the pollution of air which was caused by the smoke emitted by the traditional petrol and diesel vehicles. The smoke emitted is hazardous to human health. Prior in 2020, Delhi EV Policy was also introduced. Under this policy, a waiver on road tax was provided with a benefit up to Rs. 1.5 lakh on four wheelers and more.
Thus, it can be inferred that the people should use more electric vehicles instead of traditional petrol and diesel vehicles. Electric Vehicles are seemingly the future of means of transport. It becomes more essential when the increasing pollution, global warming and diseases borne out of pollution are considered.
“I really do encourage other manufactures to bring electric cars to market. It’s a good thing, and they need to bring it to the market and keep iterating and improving and make better and better electric cars, and that’s what going to result in humanity achieving a sustainable transport future. I wish it was growing faster than it is.”
Ministry of Civil Aviation has requested several Ministries including Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to encourage various entities under their administrative control to promote use of drones.
Drones offer tremendous benefits to almost all sectors of the economy like -agriculture, medicine delivery, mining, infrastructure, surveillance, emergency response, transportation, geo-spatial mapping, defence and law enforcement etc. An illustrative list of drone applications under different Ministries is attached herewith as Annexure- I.
As per Drone Rules, 2021, operation of drones in zones marked red and yellow on the drone airspace map zones requires permission from the Central Government and the Air Traffic Control (ATC) authority respectively. No permission is required to operate a drone in a green zone which is where most of the drone operations currently happen.
Annexure -I
Illustrative list of drone applications under different Union Ministries
S No
Ministry
Illustrative drone applications
Agriculture & Farmers
Welfare
Crop and soil health monitoring
Irrigation estimation and scheduling
Requirement and efficacy assessment of fertilizer and pesticide spraying
Anti-locust operations
Crop output estimates
River and canal erosion; restoration tracking
Insurance claim surveys
Health & Family Welfare
Delivery of medicines, equipment and other
supplies
Pathology tests – sample collection from remote or epidemic/ pandemic affected areas
Panchayati Raj
Land records and property rights (SVAMITVA Scheme)
Defence
Surveillance
Combat
Communication in remote areas
Swarm drone solutions
Counter drone solutions
Home Affairs
Surveillance, situational analysis, public
announcements and evidence gathering for:
Security of sensitive installations
Raids and counter-terror operations
Crowd management
Crime control
VVIP security
Disaster management; search and rescue; transportation of food, medicines and essentials
Traffic management
Housing and Urban Affairs
Urban planning and management
Construction planning and monitoring
Incident reporting
Prevention of encroachment and land-use alteration
Transportation: Road Transport and Highways; Railways; Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Surveillance
Incident response
Inspection and maintenance
Project monitoring
Disaster management
Mining
Monitoring and Inspection
Automatic surveying and mapping
Stockpile assessment and management
Haulage road optimisation
Power
Real-time surveillance of assets and transmission lines
Theft prevention and incident response
Visual inspection and maintenance
Construction plannlng and management
Petroleum and Natural
Gas
Real-time surveillance of assets and pipelines
Theft prevention and incident response
Visual inspection and maintenance
Construction planning and management
Environment, Forests
and Climate Change
Monitoring of forests and wildlife
Afforestation through seed-balls, irrigation and real-time monitoring
Anti-poaching actions
Pollution assessment and evidence-gathering
Information and Broadcasting
High quality videography of events and
difficult-to-reach-places at a fraction of the cost and approvals required
Low altitude shooting without noise and-dust pollution and risk of accidents
Complete replacement of costly helicopter- based videography
Note:
The above list isillustrative and not exhaustive. New applications may evolve with time, usage and further innovations.
The above list has been prepared in consultation with academia, drone startups and industry bodies.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry Of Civil Aviation (Gen. (Dr) V. K.Singh (Retd) in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
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NIRAMAI Health AnalytixPvt. Ltd. and InnAccel Technologies Pvt. Ltd., two start-ups supported by DBT-BIRAC), have received the World Bank Group and the Consumer Technology Association’s Global Women’s Health Tech Awards, which recognises innovative startups that leverage tech to improve women’s health and safety in emerging markets.
NIRAMAI Health AnalytixPvt. Ltd, a recipient of BIRAC’s Women in Entrepreneurial ResearchAward 2019, was selected for its novel software-based medical device that detects early-stage breast cancer in a simple and private way on women of all age groups and breast densities, addressing a critical unmet need in cancer screening. The solution developed is a low cost, accurate, automated, portable, contactless, radiation-free, and painless cancer screening tool with no known side effects. The core innovation is a machine learning and AI-based Computer Diagnostic Engine called Thermalytix that uses artificial intelligence algorithms to interpret thermal images and generates a quantitative report for breast health and likely abnormalities. So far, over 45,000 women have been screened through the startup’stie-ups with over 30 hospitals and diagnostic centres across India. The product can help 2 Billion women in the world to regularly screen for cancer and can potentially save 90,000 lives every year in India alone.
InnAccel Technologies Pvt Ltd., a recipient of DBT and BMGF’sGrand Challenges Exploration-India 2019, was adjudged a winner of the Global Women’s Health Tech Awards for Fetal Lite, a next-generation, AI-powered fetal heart rate (FHR) monitor based on fetal ECG signal extraction technology for mothers in labour or post 37 weeks of gestation. Fetal Lite has next-gen ECG signal processing and is more accurate, reliable, and easier to use thanthe conventional Doppler-based devices while being comfortable for the mother. Fetal Lite is European CE Certified and has completed 2 clinical trials of 60+ patients with excellent results and completed the demo in 30+ Hospitals. The device can be used for both active and remote monitoring in the in-hospital and in-home settings. So far, the device has helped doctors to monitor 5000 cases, including in tribal areas, and has the potential to save 1.2 million lives per year across the world.
“We are pleased to receive this recognition from World Bank. It’s a validation of the applicability of our Indian innovationto the world,” said Geeta Manjunath, Founder,NIRAMAI.”The support from BIRAC has been crucial for our journey of idea to benefitting the patients with European regulatory approval. It is not just funding but mentoring and handholding that has helped us mitigate risks,” said Nitesh Jangir, Co-founder, InnAccel.
“I am delighted to hear about this global recognition to two of the startups supported by the Department. As a funding agency, these success stories are a validation about the impact we have created by nurturing a vibrant startup ecosystem for solving the pressing challenges being faced by humanity,” said Dr Rajesh Gokhale, Secretary, DBT
As per a statement by the World Bank, this year, the Awards attracted over 70 companies from 35 countries, which submitted their innovative products and services under three categories: reproductive health and pregnancy, general women’s and adolescent health, and women safety and security.
About Department of Biotechnology:
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), established in 1986, is an Indian Government department under the Ministry of Science and Technology. DBT is responsible for administrating development and commercialisation in modern biology and biotechnology in India. The Department has made significant achievements in the growth and application of biotechnology in the broad areas of agriculture, health care, animal sciences, environment, and industry. The proven technologies at the laboratory level have been scaled up and demonstrated in the field. For more information, visit, http://dbtindia.gov.in/
About BIRAC:
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is a not-for-profit Section 8, Schedule B, Public Sector Enterprise, set up by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India as an Interface Agency to strengthen and empower the emerging Biotech enterprise to undertake strategic research and innovation, addressing nationally relevant product development needs. For more information, visit, https://birac.nic.in/
Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0 (SBM-U 2.0), under the aegis of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), today launched the Swachh Technology Challenge. The Challenge seeks to harness the entrepreneurial potential of the waste management sector in India and promote an enabling environment for enterprise developmentunder Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0. In line with Hon’ble Prime Minister’s clarion call for an “Atmanirbhar Bharat”, there is a need for identifying indigenous, cost effective technologies that are easy to replicate and scale-up, andcan be put to use by ULBs to implement various components of SBM-U 2.0 on the ground.
Over the years, SBM-U has been encouraging innovations and best practices particularly through Swachh Survekshan, the annual cleanliness survey conducted by MoHUA. This trend has been rising over the years with over 4,000 innovations and best practices having been identified since 2018. Swachh Technology Challenge,scheduled to run from 6th December 2021 to 15th January 2021, will particularly seek solutions in four thematic categories, viz.(i) social inclusion, (ii) zero dump (solid waste management), (iii)plastic waste management and (iv)transparency through digital enablement. The details and modalities of the Challenge were elaborated in a presentation by Roopa Mishra, Joint Secretary and National Mission Director, Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, MoHUA. Designed as a sub-component of the ‘Citizen Engagement’ component under Swachh Survekshan 2022, the Challenge endeavours to invite solutions not just from start-ups but also individual entrepreneurs, educational institutions, local businesses, research and development organisations,NGOs, and other citizen groups to help city administration efficiently manage Mission operations.The active participation of cities in the Challenge will have a direct bearing on their performance in the ‘Citizen Engagement’ component of Swachh Survekshan 2022 and thus their overall ranking in the survey. The top three solutions in each of the four thematic categories from across the country will be felicitated at the Swachh Survekshan award ceremony hosted by MoHUA. As an additional incentive, top three state level solutions will be rewarded with a cash prize by respective State governments.
To further incentivize the start-up ecosystem, MoHUA will also launch a Swachhata Start-Up Challenge as an extension to the Swachh Technology Challenge in January 2022. Winning solutions from start-ups under Swachh Technology Challenge will be eligible to participate in the Swachhata Start-Up Challenge to be run in collaboration with AgenceFrançaise de Développement (AFD). Winning entries under the Challenge will be rewarded with seed funding of ₹25 lakhs per project along with one year of dedicated incubation support from French Tech, the French government’s initiative to promote start-ups.
Speaking at the launch occasion, Shri Durga Shanker Mishra, Secretary, MoHUA said, “Technology has played a key role in the transformation of the urban landscape of India. Technology has the potential to bring about affordable, scalable and replicable innovations that can not only bring the Mission closer to citizens but also help us achieve our collective goal of Garbage Free Cities in a time-bound and efficient manner. Today, with the launch of the Swachh Technology Challenge, I appeal to all States and cities to participate wholeheartedly in the Challenge by engaging proactively with stakeholders across the spectrum to drive sanitation and waste management outcomes under SBM-U 2.0”. Also present on the occasion was Mr. Augustin Delisle, Deputy Director, AFD. The event was attended virtually by senior government representatives including Principal Secretaries, Mission Directors and Municipal Commissioners from States and cities.
Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, launched on 1stOctober, 2021, aims to achieve the vision of ‘Garbage Free Cities’ over the next five years through remediation of legacy dumpsites, construction and demolition waste and plastic waste management. Additionally, sustainable sanitation through faecal sludge and used water management will be a key focus under SBM-U 2.0. Technology has played a critical role in achieving the outcomes under SBM-U’s journey in the last seven years with several key initiatives such as Swachhata App, SBM Toilets on Google Maps, etc. Recently, the integrated SBM-Urban MIS portal Swachhatam and the state-of-art GIS platform were launched under SBM-U 2.0which will not only take the Mission closer to citizens but will also enable smart data driven decision making, transparency and robustness in Mission implementation. The Swachh Technology Challenge is another step towards ensuring smart governance in SBM-U 2.0 by incentivizing the innovations’ ecosystem to help realize the Prime Minister’s vision of ‘Garbage Free Cities’.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated Kalpana Chawla Centre for Research in Space Science & Technology (KCCRSST) at Chandigarh University on January 03, 2022. He also launched a Scholarship Scheme, worth Rs 10 crore, for the wards of Defence Personnel of the three Services.
In his address, Shri Rajnath Singh described the establishment of the Research Centre as an important step towards strengthening the space sector of the country by stressing that it is only through these efforts that India can become a leader in future technologies. He likened the KCCRSST with ‘pride of India’ Kalpana Chawla, hoping that this research facility would touch new heights of success, similar to the remarkable achievements of the late India-born astronaut who brought universal recognition to her country of origin.
“In the 21st century, the future of India can be secured only when you have a gleam in your eyes to reach the stars and planets. More Indians like Aryabhatta, Vikram Sarabhai, Satish Dhawan and Kalpana Chawla will emerge from amongst you all if you eye different planets and constellations,” the Raksha Mantri told the students present on the occasion.
Underlining the importance of the space sector in today’s times, Shri Rajnath Singh said, it is deeply connected with mapping, imaging and connectivity facilities, speedy transportation, weather forecast, disaster management as well as border security, adding that it played a crucial role in keeping the world connected during the COVID-19 pandemic, from testing to data-transfer & analyses. The Government understands the potential of the space sector, he added, recalling the four major pillars of reforms in the sector envisioned by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. These pillars are: freedom of innovation to the private sector; role of the government as an enabler; preparing the youth for the future and viewing the space sector as a resource for progress. He hoped that the actions identified in the pillars will take the space sector to newer heights and give new direction to the country’s progress.
The Raksha Mantri called for an active and long-term public-private partnership to take the education & science sectors to a global level and make India a knowledge economy.“Today, the private sector is exposed to a large number of opportunities in the space sector. Whether it is defence or space, we are fully welcoming the private sector,” he said, reiterating the Government’s commitment of strengthening the private sector for the holistic development of the Nation.
Listing out some of the measures aimed at tapping the potential of the private sector, Shri Rajnath Singh said, the Government is sharing technology & expertise and opening its various facilities for the industry. He stated that transfer of matured technologies is under consideration. On the setting up of Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), he said, the independent agency will act as a single window for matters related to the space sector.
The Raksha Mantri added that the Government is laying special emphasis on promoting the use of space-based applications through every sector. Use of geo-tagging for roads and other infrastructure in villages, monitoring of development works in remote areas through satellite imagery, and identifying problems related to crops and fields for farmers is helping the government in many ways, he added.
Shri Rajnath Singh called for working towards development of futuristic technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Big-Data and Block-chain for the overall development of the Nation. He stressed that progress in space technology will develop scientific temper in the youth of the country and India will move forward in frontier technologies.
The Raksha Mantri lauded the Chandigarh University for setting records of success in research & innovation in the last few years. He described the achievements of the University as a symbol of the increasing participation of the private sector in the field of education. He also commended Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for being one of the world’s top space agencies since decades through its hard work and vision.
Remembering late India-born astronaut Kalpana Chawla, Shri Rajnath Singh described her as a symbol of women empowerment, who took a flight beyond imagination. He urged the people to maintain her zeal & enthusiasm and motivate their daughters to go ahead & touch unimaginable heights, echoing the Government’s vision of increased participation of women in all sectors.
Established with the objective of training students in space science, satellite development and meet future challenges in space research, the state-of-the-art KCCRSSTwould be the Ground Control Station for the Chandigarh University’s Student Satellite (CUSat), an in-house developed nano-satellite being designed by the students of the university and a Geo-Spatial Centre for research, besides other projects.
The CUSat will be among the 75 student-built satellites to be launched into space on the eve of the 75thIndependence Day in 2022. The Chandigarh University has joined the list of 13 institutes like Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, IIT Bombay and became the first university in North India to design and develop its own satellite. For the project, 75 students of the University have been working on the Chandigarh University Student Satellite Project under the guidance of eminent Indian scientists.
With the launch of CUSat, Punjab will become the first border state in India to have its own satellite in space. The launch of the university’s nanosatellite – CUSat will prove to be an important step for the country, as it will collect data related to border intrusion detection, agriculture, weather forecasting, natural disaster forecasting, which will be helpful in research and study of various problems in these areas. In addition, the GCS will help develop satellite research facilities and launch satellites in countries that do not have developed satellite technology.
Chancellor of Chandigarh University Shri S Satnam Singh Sandhu, scientists, faculty and students were present at the inauguration of the KCCRSST.
Purchasing an automobile necessitates consideration of a number of issues, including costs, payment options, combustion alternatives, and the frequency of maintenance necessary. However, if you have one, you will no longer need to plan your trips around bus or train schedules or rely on a friend for a ride to work. For your spontaneous weekend getaways, your car becomes your personal “travel buddy,” allowing you to avoid uncomfortable adjustments with your clumsy co-passenger. While some reputable automobile brands deliver on their promises and assist you in making a memorable journey. Some may abandon you in the middle of the road, requiring roadside help.
Apart from routine maintenance such as oil changes, tyre rotations, and other repairs. An automobile that lasts up to ten years and has fewer unpleasant problems fits our criteria for a reliable vehicle. It also relies on the owner’s driving habits and weather conditions.
To aid you in your search for a dependable vehicle. We’ve compiled a list of dependable vehicles from various brands and categories.
Porsche 911
Porsche 911 has often reigned on people’s hearts and garages, and has remained strong through generations. Despite the fact that it has a high price tag, reports and reviews attest to its long-term viability and endurance. The most recent model features a 3 litre 6 cylinder petrol engine with 444 brake horsepower and 500 Newton metres of torque, as well as 11 kilometres per litre mileage. It has an automatic transmission and can reach a top speed of 306 kilometres per hour.
Manufacturer information:
Porsche AG is a sports car manufacturer based in Germany that boasts a diverse lineup of vehicles under its umbrella, including the Macan, Panamera, Cayenne, Boxster, Cayman, and their flagship model, the 911. This German company is known to have built some of the most reliable cars in the automobile industry.
Lexus RX
The Lexus RX is a hybrid car with a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a front-mounted electric motor to lower conventional emissions and improve acceleration. It can be driven in pure electric, petrol, or dual-mode depending on the circumstances. Despite being a relatively new entry into the automotive business, it has quickly earned exposure and customer approval as it carves out a place in the reliability area. Its hybrid engine produces 335 Newton metres of torque and 308 braking horsepower. It gets 18.8 kilometres per litre of fuel.
Manufacturer information:
Lexus is a division of Toyota, a well-known Japanese vehicle manufacturer. It is one of Japan’s most popular premium vehicles. They also make and sell sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs, and a variety of hybrid and gasoline vehicles, in addition to the RX crossover.
It is one of the most reliable car brands in the world.
Mercedes Benz E class
The Mercedes-Benz E class is one of the most popular mid-size luxury sedans on the market. It is most recognised for its smooth ride and excellent handling. The vehicle is available in a variety of fuel types, including diesel, gasoline, and hybrid, with engines ranging from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine to a 4.0-liter twin-turbo v8 engine, with outputs ranging from 194 to 603 brake horsepower.
Manufacturer information:
Mercedes-Benz is a German automobile company that produces luxury vehicles, commercial vehicles, and sports cars under its AMG sports division. It is a subsidiary of Daimler AG. In 1886, Mercedes-Benz is credited for ushering in a new era in the automotive industry by incorporating a combustion engine into a car. The well-known automobile manufacturer is committed to producing fuel-efficient automobiles and to introducing new technologies.
Mazda 2
The Mazda 2 is a sporty hatchback that allows drivers to swirl their automobiles through corners and gain speed without burning a hole in their wallet. All versions are powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 87, 98, and 113 break horsepower, respectively. Mazda provides a fulfilling ownership experience to its customers by combining driving characteristics, affordability, practicality, and durability.
Manufacturer information:
Mazda is a Japanese automaker that produces and sells vehicles all over the world, with 1.5 million vehicles sold in 2015. It is best known for the Mx5, a compact roadster that is also noted for its dependability. Among other things, the automobile brand is the 15th most popular in the world. The Mazda Cx5 is one of the few reliable two-seat roadsters on the market.
Toyota Prius
Toyota is one of the most dependable car brands in the world, and the Prius model adds to the company’s pride. It has consistently ranked first among the most dependable vehicles with low maintenance costs. Despite being chastised for its exorbitant cost, it is regarded as a sound long-term investment. A 4-cylinder petrol engine with 96.55 brake horsepower and 142 Newton metres of torque powers the vehicle. It has a kilometer-per-liter mileage of 26 km.
The maker’s information:
Toyota is a multinational automaker based in Japan, with headquarters in Tokyo. It ranks as the world’s second-largest automaker. Sedans, compact cars, vans, SUVs, and hybrid vehicles are among the company’s specialties. Lexus is one of the company’s subsidiaries, and it’s known for making dependable automobiles.
FAQs:
Which vehicle manufacturer is the most dependable?
Answer: When it comes to the most dependable car brands, Toyota is at the top of the list.
Which car has the longest lifespan?
Toyota vehicles such as the Innova, Prius, and Fortuner have the ability to last longer.
You can anticipate spending a significant amount of time in a city’s airport before departing on an international trip. Almost every airport is designed as a megastructure to accommodate a large number of passengers and manage the departures and arrivals of flights from all over the world. However, some airports serve purposes more than the one for which they were originally created. Here is a list of some of the world’s top airports (in no particular order) that went above and beyond to ensure you had a nice experience while waiting for your next trip.
Kastrup Airport, Copenhagen, Denmark Copenhagen
Kastrup Airport is the country’s principal international airport, serving the city of Copenhagen in Denmark. It is the Nordic countries’ busiest airport, with roughly 30.3 million passengers in 2019. It is the third busiest airport in Northern Europe and the busiest airport in Scandinavia in terms of international air travel.
Features:
Because of its effectiveness in providing services and world-class facilities, Copenhagen airport is one of the top three favorite airports of business travelers in Europe. One of them is the European airport with the largest tax-free shopping center. The airport provides a variety of lounges for specialized needs such as business meetings, scenic beauty viewing, and enjoying their national cuisines, all of which are conveniently located across the terminals. As a result, it is regarded as one of the world’s best airports.
Dubai International Airport, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai International Airport serves the city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates as the primary air transportation hub. It is the world’s busiest airport in terms of international passenger flow, and the fifth busiest overall. Annual passenger traffic at the airport can reach 90 million. Its Terminal 3 is the world’s largest terminal and the world’s second-largest facility in terms of floor space.
Features:
The supreme elegance of Dubai International Airport’s services and amenities is widely known, and it is always a visual treat for many. It’s no surprise that it ranks among the world’s top airports. Here’s a rundown of what you can see and do at this opulent and beautiful airport.
You can connect to the airport’s free Wi-Fi network from anywhere on the property.
Are you going on a business trip? Meeting rooms, secretarial services, photocopying, internet, and other amenities are available at airport hotels to fulfill your every need.
Baggage storage facilities are offered for storing your bags at various fees.
There are prayer rooms accessible for you to devote some time to your devotion.
At Terminal 3, there are complimentary shower facilities.
Zurich Airport. Zurich, Switzerland.
Zurich Airport is the country’s largest airport and is located in Zurich, Switzerland. Swiss International Airlines use it as their primary hub. For the 17th year in a row, the airport has won the World Travel Award in the category of “Europe’s Leading Airport.” As a result, it has earned its proper place among the world’s top airports. A total of 30 million passengers have passed through the airport.
Features:
The Zurich airport provides a diverse selection of shopping options. Other services offered at the airport include:
Hotels
Information services
Airline Lounges
Fitness center and spa
You can use the VIP services at Zurich Airport, which include airport lounges that provide ideal comfort and seclusion in a stylish environment, if you need secrecy and time management.
The Airport Center is one of Switzerland’s largest retail malls, with a variety of duty-free shops and cafés open late to assist you pass the time between flights.
Munich International Airport. Munich, Bavaria.
Munich International Airport serves the German city of Munich, which is the capital of the state of Bavaria. It is the second busiest airport in Germany in terms of passenger traffic and the world’s 15th busiest airport in terms of international passenger traffic. To the northeast of Munich, the airport is 23 kilometers away.
Facilities:
WIFI is provided for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week throughout the airport area.
Lounge seats, beautiful plants, and lighting systems are available in recreational areas where you can read or catch up on your emails.
For a comfortable and premium experience, the VIP Wing features an international ambiance blended with Bavarian comfort.
To freshen up, visit the Munich airport center’s terminal 2 and use the modern shower facilities.
Both public and private areas have a children’s play area.
Heathrow Airport. London, England
Heathrow Airport is one of six international airports that serve London, England’s capital city. In terms of international passenger traffic, it is the world’s second busiest airport. It is also Europe’s busiest airport. In the year 2019, the airport served around 80 million passengers.
Facilities:
You may expect an airport with such a high volume of passenger traffic to deliver best-in-class services, and they don’t let you down.
Wireless Internet access is offered for free in all terminal buildings.
Newspapers, magazines, wellness spas, rest rooms, and showers are all accessible in the exclusive lounges.
Regus Lounge offers private workstations and meeting areas.
All terminal buildings have a children’s play area and family lounges.
Traditional restaurant chains, high-end boutiques, and necessities stores are all present.
FAQs:
What is the world’s most important airport?
According to SkyTrax, Changi Airport is the best airport in the world.
Which airport in the world is the most beautiful?
The most beautiful airports are Incheon International Airport in South Korea and Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan.
With rapid industrialisation and innovation making its way through centuries. People living through them benefit widely due to employment opportunities and hi-tech gadgets being produced. We cannot imagine our lives today without our phones and it is rendered useless without a good internet connection. With the continuation of experiments and innovations, the boundaries of possibilities are being pushed and new gadgets arrive in the market that vow to make our lives easier.
We will be looking at such gadgets in the list below. Make sure to check them out!
1.Wireless earphones or earbuds
Nothing is more frustrating than grappling with tangled earphone wire when you need to listen to some music. Many tech giants have come with affordable solutions to this problem in the form of wireless earphones and earbuds. Yes, there are affordable options to choose from. You can also choose from a range of manufacturers to buy your wireless earphones as its a product competed for production by many popular brands.
With a portable powerbank in hand, you no longer need to worry about losing all the charge in your phone. Or your wireless pods if you own a pair. However, you will have to remember to charge the power bank to use it for its intended purpose. Apon charging it, your powerbank can sustain long enough to power your mobile phones over long journeys.
3. Streaming sticks
Streaming sticks are the modern solution for streaming video content on your television or computer using a Wifi or 4G internet connection. It comes with a remote as well to toggle through streaming services on your electronic devices. It works as an amazing alternative over set-top-boxes and cable TV connections.
GoPros are tinier versions of a traditional camera that allows you to capture photos and videos while you are on the run. GoPro is basically a US based brand that has widely become synonymous with compact and portable cameras. These compact cameras from GoPro are expensive. But if you don’t mind spending extra for a YouTube video or to simply capture a worthwhile experience, you can give this a go!
5. Selfie stick
Works every time when you lack a tall friend in your group. This selfie stick can be a portable extension for your arm while taking selfies. Or groupfies!
6. Fitness tracker
The rest of the world might not be interested in knowing the steps you covered. But you would want to keep tabs on it. Fitbit wrist bands can do the job by notifying you about the number of steps you have covered. There are more complex alternatives such as smartwatch that come with GPS connectivity and waterproofing as well.
7. E- Reader
E-Readers don’t have the traditional glare you receive from your smartphones and computers. Thus, taking it easy on your eyes while you read your favorite book on one of them. You also have thousands of reading options to choose from on a single device.
8. A lost-stuff finder
Here comes a hi-tech gadget that will help you find your important stuff. It’s a small chip-like structure that you can place inside your wallet or clip it to your keys. When you lose track of your items, you can trigger a sound on the chip from your smartphone to find your lost items.
9. VR viewer
Get the experience of a virtual reality from Samsung gear VR or Google daydream view that can be operated from your smartphones. Because why not. There are tons of 360 degree videos and VR contents out there for you to witness.
10. Wireless Charging pad
If your smartphone supports wireless charging, getting a wireless charging pad will be worth it. It will definitely make your life easier by not having to look for adaptors or cables anymore. It also looks cool!
So these are some of the tech-gadgets mentioned that can make your life
easier.
References
Alex Fitzpatrick, the 20 tech accessories everyone should have, time.com
Apps assure us that we can do so much with the touch of a button. Or more appropriately, with the touch of a screen. Want to go somewhere in particular? With the press of a ‘screen’, you will know how to get there and the mode of transport available to reach your destination. Do you wish that you had ready-made food at your table? Within a few clicks, you will be having your desired meal without having to leave your house.
All these are made possible by the applications that are available on playstore and other app stores. There are apps available today for every function that you can imagine. So to make the best use of your android phone. Take a look at some of the best apps that will make you want to install them!
1.Bitwarden Password Manager
With the Bitward Password Manager app, you would no longer face the hassle of resetting your passwords for your social media and other important sites. This app provides you with a vault to secure your passwords and usernames and retrieve them when required. You no longer need to worry about forgetting your passwords or facing the risk of its disclosure to anyone due to the app’s encryption functionality. This app surely makes the netizens want to install it.
2. Credit Karma
Credit Karma is a lighthearted financial application. Its purpose is to allow you to check your credit score for free. Furthermore, the app will alert you when your credit score changes significantly. Other features of the app include notifying you of credit cards that you might be eligible for based on your credit score.You will also receive notifications if a new account has been opened in your name. This app has indeed the best to offer for free of charge!
3. Gboard
Gboard is a virtual keyboard app, brought to you by the master of the search engines, namely Google. It is a simple tech app that allows you to type with gestures and voice commands. It also allows you to search for emojis and GIFs. The icing on the cake here is that you can search the web on this keyboard without having to leave the app you were using. If not in your life, it will certainly make you want to install it.
4. Google Drive
Google Drive is your one stop drive to access and store your Google Docs, Google Files, Google Photos, Google Slides, Google Sheets and other Google data you can think of as they are all integrated with the Google drive app. In a traditional sense, you can access your word documents, excel sheets, powerpoint presentations and photos, all at one place.
It also makes it easier to locate files and downloads on your device, and also enables easy sharing of your documents through mail or messaging apps. Thus making it one of the best apps that makes you want to install it.
5. Zedge
Do you often find yourself scouring through the internet looking for wallpapers and ringtones? Let your search end with Zedge, a one stop app where you will find wallpapers, ringtones, notification tones, and alarms across a variety of genres. This will certainly make you want to install this app on your phone as it boasts several options and varieties in its content.
So these are some of the best apps that you may want to check out. I am looking forward to downloading the Gboard app.
With rapid technological advancements, we witness several unique and innovative technologies that take the market by storm! They become the talk of the town, sometimes go out of stock, and build a foundation for newer and better technological ideas to formulate. Finally, no matter how advanced these technologies are, it goes obsolete as it paves way for newer technologies to storm the market.
We have had the privilege of witnessing several such technologies that completely blew our minds. But sadly, some are no longer in use or have gone obsolete.
Here is a list of some of the technologies that have gone obsolete.
So let us reminisce about the past!
1.Telephones and wired landlines
I am reminded of the classic monotonous ringtone of a telephone as I write about this! Although not often used today, telephones and landlines have had a long run as it’s origins can be traced back to the 1840s. It has gone through several advancements and iterations, such as the rotary dial phones and wired landlines.
Rotary dial phones have gone obsolete and the wired landlines are waiting to be one as portable and handheld solutions are multiplying across the world. However, we would never forget the long conversations we have had while sitting close to a telephone and holding on to the receiver.
2. Phone booths
Gone are the times when people queued up outside a phone booth to make a call. Now you might see people queuing up to buy the latest I-Phone before it goes out of stock for a while! With handheld devices and network services being made available and affordable, phone booths no longer serve the purpose for which it was originally intended.
There have been rumours about Google planning to develop these telephone booths into Wifi spots. For now, it stands as a reminder of the telephone’s long history.
3. Pagers and beeper
Pagers and beepers were used in the 1980s as portable alternatives to landline telephones. They were mainly used by emergency service workers and doctors for people to reach out and connect with them, even when they were away from a landline telephone. Users could send and receive messages with these pagers and beepers.
The early 2000s witnessed it’s decline as smartphones emerged into the market. But due to their durability and better network coverage, they are still in use by a few numbers. However, among the vast majority, this technology has gone obsolete.
4. DVD a.k.a Digital Versatile Disc
DVD is an evolutionary and a very familiar video format for many of us. We all have had the pleasure of inserting the DVDs into our DVD Players to enjoy audio and video content. It had several advantages over its predecessors as it had more storage space and was more durable.
Today, video streaming platforms and high speed internet have replaced the DVDs to become the most sought after medium of entertainment.
5. Floppy disc
In the modern ages, Floppy disc is the universal computer icon that indicates the function of saving files. However, with the auto-saving options made available in many softwares, these are disappearing even as an icon. Floppy discs were mainly in use during the 1970s. The initial ones were capable of storing upto 80 kilobytes of data. With further developments made to the floppy discs, it’s storage capacity was increased to hold upto 144MB of data.
Due to low durability and vulnerability to corruption, it was soon replaced by CD-ROMs. Today, one can say that this technology has gone obsolete.
Which of these inventions do you remember using and which are the ones that I have missed out? I am sure there are many. Put them in the comments below!
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